Holiday Skate at The Pavilion offers festive fun for all ages
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Pavilion in Bend is getting into the holiday spirit with its annual Holiday Skate sessions, open to…
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Indian Head Casino lights up the season with spectacular Christmas Tree Lighting Festival
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The holiday spirit shines bright as Indian Head Casino joyfully kicks off its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival…
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Redmond Christmas tree arrives, ready for holiday festivities
REDMOND, Ore (KTVZ) — The Redmond community Christmas tree has arrived at Centennial Park, ready to serve as the centerpiece for the upcoming…
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Holiday spending expected to reach another record this season
The National Retail Federation’s annual consumer survey shows the average American plans to spend almost $900 this season. Of that, more…
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Youth Villages is looking for Holiday Heroes to help provide gifts for over 500 children, families in care
(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Youth Villages’ Holiday Heroes campaign is underway, and the nonprofit is looking for more…
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Central Oregon spots to pick out a pumpkin and celebrate the fall season
(Update: Adding video) With fall in full swing and Halloween right around the corner, you might be looking for something fun to do this season. There…
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For your mailed holiday gifts and cards to arrive on time, here are the U.S. Postal Service dates to be aware of
(Update: adding video) WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The U.S. Postal Service has announced the recommended mailing and shipping dates for mail and packages…
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Central Oregon holiday menus may be impacted as U.S. herd shrinks and costs rise
As Central Oregonians gear up for holiday gatherings, many are facing tighter budgets. And as the cost of groceries — especially meat — continues…
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Central Oregon animal shelters see increase in lost pets during July 4th holiday
Animals shelters throughout Central Oregon tend to see at least ten times the normal amount of intakes during the Fourth of July holiday.
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Redmond City Council to hold emergency meeting Tuesday on possible fireworks ban Ahead of 4th of July
REDMOND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Earlier this year, the Redmond City Council discussed a city-wide ban on the usage of 4th of July fireworks. Back then,…
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New Years at Pangaea: Celebrate with a battle royale
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) — If you want to celebrate New Year’s eve a little differently, take a trip to Pangaea. It’s a meeting place, cafe and…
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Charming Crooked Christmas Tree
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Christmas Tree in Redmond’s Centennial has a rather noticeable lean. The city has been getting some calls about it from…
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Bethlehem Inn provides safety, hope and holiday cheer for families, individuals experiencing homelessness
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This holiday season, Bethlehem Inn is ensuring that individuals and families experiencing homelessness are surrounded by…
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Gingerbread Junction: Holiday Cheer with a purpose
(BEND, Ore.) — KTVZ– Sunriver Resort has transformed into a sweet wonderland, filled with gingerbread, frosting, and candy. It’s all part of…
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Need that rings a bell: Salvation Army of Bend’s famous red kettles are deep in the red; income off 75% this year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Salvation Army of Bend Corps issued a plea for help Wednesday, saying it is anticipated to see a reduction in red kettle…
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Secret Santa: Assistance League of Bend delivers presents to assisted living facilities
(BEND, Ore.) — KTVZ– The Assistance League of Bend spent the day delivering holiday cheer. Their secret Santa delivery project brings gifts to 18…
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Sweeter holidays: Mid Oregon’s Holiday Dough raises $4,300 for Central Oregon food banks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Though the generosity of its members and community, Mid Oregon Credit Union’s 2024 Holiday Dough fundraising effort collected…
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‘There’s just a great energy about it’: Tumalo Creek’s Holiday Lights Paddle Parade returns to the Deschutes
Yet another fun, bright and colorful holiday tradition was back in Bend: Brightly lit kayaks, canoes and paddle boards lit up the Deschutes River…
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Holiday Lights: Your fine photos, and the special sights on Sarah Drive
Oh, what fun it is to drive down Sarah Drive in SE Bend and check out all the fun holiday light displays! We also shared some of your great Holiday…
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Central Oregon Boy Scouts are again offering Christmas tree pickup, recycling this year; here’s when and where
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Scouts BSA will be collecting and recycling Christmas trees in your community on the weekends of December 28th…
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